Monday, November 7, 2011

Heaven is for Real for Kids - Review


Heaven is for Real for Kids - A little boy’s astounding story of his trip to heaven and back


"During an emergency operation at three years old, Colton Burpo had an experience that few people have in this life; he was able to see Jesus and visit heaven.  Colton now shares his experience with children so they, too, can have comfort, joy, and wonder of knowing that heaven is indeed for real and that Jesus really, really loves them!" 

Heaven is for Real for Kids is a beautifully illustrated book told by Colton Burpo to his parents, Todd and Sonja Burpo.  The story is simply Colton's recollection of heaven.  He is carried to heaven by an angel, meets Jesus, and sees the beauty only heaven could hold.  He describes the people, the angels, the animals, and the throne.  On each page there is a bible verse that corresponds to the story. 
There is an introductory letter to parents for teaching their children about heaven,a question and answer page, and a prayer you can pray with your child about what you just read.  The book is for ages 4-8.

I read the book both to my own kids and my preschool class.  My students had many questions about the pictures and what was going on in them.  They were very interested in the angels, as we are memorizing an angel finger play for the Christmas program coming up. 

Scarlett, my three year old, liked the pictures of the animals the best.  When asked what she was most excited about in heaven, she said she was excited to just go to heaven with God.  Lexi, my 6 year old said, "I would get to see all my cousins and grandmas and grandpas that had died."  Emma, age 8, said, "To be with God and my family members I have never met before."  I had Lexi draw a picture of what she thought heaven would look like.  Scarlett did one of the coloring pages that is linked below.
 

You can see a few pages on the Flipbook HERE.
Download Coloring Sheets HERE.
Watch the book trailer HERE.
I received a complimentary hardback copy of this book from the publisher through Tommy Nelson Mommy. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission.

30 comments:

  1. They came to our church, what an amazing story. I'm not entering but I wanted to leave that comment. I'm so glad you're promoting this book.

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  2. I want to enter but my baby can't speak yet. I would love to share this to him though when gets a bit older. I've heard good things about this book.

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  3. They both said, Papa and Jesus! My dad died 7 years ago yesterday and they call him Papa so they are very excited to see him again.

    My DD and I both read Heaven is for REal and we LOVED it, they way Jesus is described is fascinating!
    Jennifer from Just Wedeminute--

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  4. My son said, "Jesus"...
    tarter95 at hotmail dot com

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  5. My daughter says Heaven is Where she can see her Aunt:) Thanks for the giveaway.

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  6. My six year old said "meet God". (Corey Olomon)(olomon@hotmail.com)

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  7. No I haven't, but I really look forward to it! (Corey Olomon)(olomon@hotmail.com)

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  8. My kids say thats it peaceful!
    email is youdataearnings@gmail.com

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  9. My oldest is most excited about seeing lost loved ones again.

    residentmayor at satx.rr.com

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  10. I have NOT read Heaven is For Real .. but I really should - I hear it's great!

    residentmayor at satx.rr.com

    Thanks for the chance - I think that this would really help my kiddo cope with a very recent (sudden and painful) loss.

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  11. My son said to see grandma, we are still exploring and learning about heavan
    erinmarie0510 at gmail dot com

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  12. My daughter is only two and a half but said Baby Jesus. :)

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  13. I have read this and my 11 yo twins. It is an amazing book. It was passed on to us and we have shared it with others. I think it should be read in schools!
    plaidtoaster@gmail.com

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  14. to have a mansion there
    kendraco22 at yahoo dot com

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  15. have not read it and would like to!
    kendraco22 at yahoo dot com

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  16. "Jesus." submitaforward @ yahoo.com

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  17. I asked my daughter and she said that she is excited to get to Heaven to see her Granny and he beloved dog Jack that have both passed away. She knows Heaven is for real because we talk about it often.

    Kimmie Barnes
    shawnandkim@suddenlink.net
    jakeremom--twitter and GFC

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  18. I have not gotten the chance to read this book but I did have a friend that told me it was wonderful. Would love to have it.

    Kimmie Barnes
    shawnandkim@suddenlink.net
    jakeremom--twitter and GFC

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  19. My 5 year old was excited to be able to "see the world from 'up there'". LOL! fannyloo@msn.com

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  20. I did read Heaven Is For Real. An amazing story! The testimony of a child is always so powerful!

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  21. My nephew said to meet angels!

    cc_girly@yahoo.com

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  22. I haven't read it but can't wait too!

    cc_girly@yahoo.com

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  23. I do not have any children to ask.
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  24. I have not read the book, but I have heard about it.
    bae725@gmail.com

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  25. My 4 year old wants to meet Jesus. He talks about it all the time. I tell him to slow down because Mommy's not ready for that. :)

    my_2_cents at hotmail dot com

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  26. My kids hope to see their pets that have passed.

    amanda.corley@ymail.com

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  27. Our library has several copies of the book, but they are very popular. I'm still waiting to read it.

    amanda.corley@ymail.com

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  28. My daughter said she was most excited to meet her grandparents she never met. magic56331(at)gmail(dot)com

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  29. I read the book and I LOVED it. It cemeted my faith.
    magic56331(at)gmail(dot)com

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  30. My daughter wants to see here nana and papa who passed away

    laurie1993@verizon.net

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